<p>Only about 100 freshmen matriculate into the program. Gossipgirl is correct about the % admit rate. Some recruited athletes are in the program, but it’s not the majority by any means. It’s become an urban legend at this point! NY State Residents used to receive preference, but not for many years. Scroll down to post #4 for more NYS information <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/cornell-university/212442-new-york-residency.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/cornell-university/212442-new-york-residency.html</a></p>